Shannondell Foundation Awards Scholarships

LOWER PROVIDENCE — The Foundation at Shannondell, a public foundation of the Shannondell at Valley Forge community, recently awarded more than $32,000 in educational scholarships to 62 local students.

Taking place May 15th in the Shannondell Performing Arts Theater, an audience of proud parents, family and friends looked on as these soon-to-be high school graduates received individual scholarships in recognition of their academic, community service and athletic accomplishments. Local schools represented include Methacton, Norristown, Perkiomen Valley, Pope John Paul II, Plymouth Whitemarsh and Archbishop Carroll.

Lower Providence Township Chief of Police, Francis L. Carroll delivered the keynote address followed by recognition of both students and supporters of the scholarship fund from Foundation Board members. Contributors to the scholarship fund consist of Shannondell residents and their families, local business partners, and Shannondell employees.

“This annual ceremony at Shannondell serves as a strong visual reminder of just how impactful the collective generosity of our residents and neighbors can be on our local communities,” states Shannondell CEO Jim Sorom.

The Foundation at Shannondell was established to preserve and improve the quality of life not only for senior citizens, but also students and others in our local communities. This is accomplished by direct and indirect financial assistance, community outreach and education. In the past three years, The Foundation has awarded more than $88,000 in student scholarships. For more information on the Foundation at Shannondell, call 610-728-5656.